Effects and Symptoms of Depression


Depression can potientally be a very serious problem.
Some of the symptoms include:
  • Mood:
    • Dysphonic
    • Depressive
    • Despairing
  • Decreased Interest in Pleasure
  • Feeling Helpless and Hopeless
  • Negative Views
  • Fatigue
  • Decreased Appetite
  • Constipation
  • Insomnia
  • Decreased Libido
  • Suicidal Preoccupation

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The effects of depression is very harmful.
Some of the effects include:

  • Agitation or Have Movement Retardation
  • Hallucinations and Delusions
  • Impaired Speech
  • Substance Abuse
  • Conduct Disorder
  • Anxiety Disorder
  • Eating Disorder
  • Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
  • Learning Disabilities

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Another major effect would be the impact on one's family. Due to the affeected person's disabilities, family members may have trouble coping with daily work and taking care of the paitient. Depression is very dangerous as it can turn worse almost sudddenly, with no notice at all. Sometimes, it will require urgent intervention and often, hospitalization.


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